Arabic beginners: an introduction
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
Course Code: LA110
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Duration: 6 sessions (over 6 weeks)
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What is the course about?
The course aims to enable students to communicate simply in Arabic, to understand and use the language for travel or social purposes and to enjoy and appreciate the cultural background of Arabic-speaking countries.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
Greetings, numbers, food and drink, personal information, customs.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- introduce yourself, say hello and goodbye
- give and ask for basic information about yourself and others
- order drinks
- order food
- buy items in a shop.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
No previous knowledge of Arabic is required.
For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to respond to simple instructions and read course documents in English and be at ease with the use of number for daily activities (e.g using money, telling the time, etc).
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Teacher's own material.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Arabic beginners: module 1.
